SOC-317 SOCIOLOGY OF WORK

An examination of the cultural, social and organizational aspects of work in contemporary society. Work is studied as a fundamental human activity which is socially constructed through complex organizations, power, cultural beliefs and values, the wage system, consumption, management ideologies and technology. Topics discussed include the significance of work in everyday life, postindustrialization, the relationship between work and family, housework, professionalization and the consumer culture.

Credits

3

Distribution

Sociology & Criminology

Offered

F